Surviving and Thriving in Higher Education Professional Services
A Guide to Success
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:2nd Dec '24
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
Diving into the vibrant, challenging world of professional services in higher education, this empowering book provides tools to navigate complex structures, optimise mentorship, and thrive in a fulfilling career.
Whether you're a newcomer, a seasoned professional seeking advancement, or someone caught between academic and professional worlds, this book offers practical advice for success in UK higher education professional services. You’ll learn strategies for navigating career paths, tackling change with confidence, cultivating a growth mindset, and developing strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Diverse stories from real-life professionals will guide you through a dynamic and unique career journey.
The guidance and advice within this comprehensive book will equip you with strategies for filling knowledge gaps, finding the right mentor, and fostering an inclusive team environment. Embrace challenges, build resilience, and unlock your full potential in the ever-evolving world of UK higher education professional services.
"Surviving and Thriving in Higher Education Professional Services wonderfully discusses the theory and practice of professional services in universities, those essential and often overlooked colleagues who make higher education work. A great blend of pragmatism, advice and anecdotes that should be essential reading for everyone who works in universities."
Professor Damien Page, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Buckinghamshire New University, UK
"Surviving and Thriving in Higher Education Professional Services offers candid personal insights and practical guidance, demystifying career progression in HE. With actionable advice and an accessible style, it’s an indispensable resource for HE professionals at any stage of their career."
Dr. Ella Popper, Head of Professional Development, Association of Higher Education Professionals (AHEP), UK
"Looking for a perfect blend of practical advice, vivid examples, and rich context? Surviving and Thriving in Higher Education Professional Services offers valuable insights and actionable steps, making complex concepts easy to grasp and apply in real-life situations."
Lesley O’Keeffe,Registrar, Brunel University and Professional Development Lead for the Academic Registrars’ Council (ARC), UK
"Higher education is a challenging environment but offers great opportunities for a wide range of careers. Surviving and Thriving in Higher Education Professional Services skilfully describes how to navigate the complexities and work successfully with academic and other staff to deliver great results.
Dr. Paul Greatrix,Registrar, University of Nottingham, UK
"A must-read for anyone navigating the professional services landscape in UK HE. Rachel’s empowering guide is packed with practical advice, real-life stories, and actionable strategies for achieving your career goals. Whether you're a newcomer or have been in the sector a while, add this to your bookshelf!"
Jonathan Dempsey, Association of Higher Education Professionals (AHEP) Trustee, UK
ISBN: 9781032862699
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 270g
130 pages